Cobalt Boats Lamination Technician

About the role

Applies fiberglass and resin to gel coated molds by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Move parts into position into the Lamination Department.
• Prep parts in accordance with Cobalt standards.
• Select appropriate fiberglass material according to part model.
• Roll out laminate eliminating air bubbles using specific hand tools, rollers, etc.
• Trim excess material from mold using cutting tool.
• Mix catalyst into resin using proper handling procedures.
• Cut fiberglass mat from spool as needed using scissors.
• Use mill gage to accurately determine material thickness.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• General math skills required.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Pull material from rack.
• Lift up to 20 pounds.
• Employee Lifts and/or Carries:
  • Maximum: 50 lbs
  • Frequently: 10–20 lbs
  • Occasionally: 50 lbs
• Employee Uses Hands For Repetitive Activities:
  • Simple Grasping: Right – Constant, Left – Occasional
  • Pushing/Pulling: Right – Frequent, Left – Frequent
  • Fine Manipulation: Right – Occasional, Left – Occasional
• Employee is required to perform these activities:
  • Bending At Waist: Frequent
  • Squatting: Occasional
  • Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional
  • Kneeling On Ground: Occasional
  • Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasional

Work Environment

Heat/cold, dust/dampness, height, chemicals, noise.

• Safety glasses always required.
• Chemical resistant gloves required when handling chemicals.

Safety & Compliance

• Annual Pulmonary Function Testing – Medical Clearance to wear a Respirator.
• Annual Fit Testing – Testing of the Respirator to ensure it fits safely and securely.

Competencies

• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Motivation: Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions.